1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 468 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Because 1982 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | DS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
